#402D26

#402D26

Overview

#402D26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 64, 45, 38, in HSL 16.2°, 25.5%, 20.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 29.7%, 40.6%, 74.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#402D26

RGB

64, 45, 38

HSL

16.2, 25.5%, 20.0%

HSV

16.2, 40.6%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.7%, 40.6%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.3172 0.0308 41.1

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #402D26;
color: #402D26;
border-color: #402D26;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.95:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #402D26?

RGB(64, 45, 38) · HSL(16.2, 25.5%, 20.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.7%, 40.6%, 74.9%)

Does #402D26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #402D26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #402D26 background; contrast on black is 1.62:1.